Our new Nature Preschool has a new location at the Chuckanut Center next to Fairhaven Park, plus all academic year programs are open for registration. Join us on an outing soon! Read more in our latest newsletter.
Wild Connections August 2022: Nature Preschool and Name Our Programs
August is a busy month for events around town and our academic year program registrations. In nature, check out eclipse plumage and learn more about one of our partner programs. All that and more in this issue of Wild Connections.
New! Wild Whatcom Nature Preschool + We're Hiring!
We're so excited to announce our new Nature Preschool starting this September!
Meandering through the fields, woods, and shores of Larrabee State Park, this program will be fully outdoors for adventurers who are 3-5 years of age by September 1st.
Plus, we're currently hiring several exciting positions that will help us with our pilot year of Nature Preschool, expand our camp offerings for 2023, offer new programs to reach additional community members, and much more! This includes Manager, Coordinator and Field Staff positions.
All positions have a priority deadline of July 18th - apply today!
Wild Connections July 2022: Registration Openings and We're Hiring
July is the month of ripe berries and we have plenty here in Whatcom County! Our summer camps are in full swing. We’ve got some spots left in a few camps and one backpack trip. Registration is open for our fall, winter, and spring programming. Plus, join us this month on one of our community program outings. All that and more in this issue of Wild Connections.
2022-23 Hiring & Program Registration
Registration is open for our 2022-23 programming including Explorers Club and Neighborhood Nature. We’re also hiring a Community & Volunteer Programs Manager. Join our team! Catch up on all the latest in our mid-June newsletter.
We're Hiring! Join Our Team
Wild Whatcom is hiring for multiple positions!
Please see full job descriptions and other application instructions on our Employment page.
Wild Whatcom is actively committed to social equity and justice and encourages candidates of all racial and gender identities, cultural and economic backgrounds, and of any sexual orientation to apply. Wild Whatcom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
Join our team today!
Wild Whatcom Named Village Books Round It Up Partner Summer 2022
Buy anything at Village Books during June, July, and August 2022 and “round it up” at checkout to support Wild Whatcom. Village Books has locations in Fairhaven and Lynden or shop online.
WCEE May Member Spotlight: Wild Whatcom
Wild Whatcom was profiled as the member of the month in Whatcom Coalition for Environmental Education (WCEE) May blog. Wild Whatcom’s, Development and Outreach Manager, Amye Bronson-Doherty, was quoted noting “the overall goal is when participants finish a program, they feel like they belong in nature and it can be a place for respite and recovery. Starting the cycle of: let nature take care of you and then you turn around and care for nature as well.” Read more…
Wild Connections June 2022: Fall Registration Openings and New Staff
Low tide adventures and beach etiquette are the focus of Nature Notes this month. Registration opens for the 2022-23 Explorers Club and Neighborhood Nature season plus we’ve got lots of community on the calendar. You’ll also meet some of our new summer staff. All that and more in the June issue of Wild Connections.
Join Us at the Bellingham Bells Game June 1!
We are so excited to partner with the Bellingham Bells and Puget Sound Energy (PSE) for their first Community Night!
On Wednesday, June 1 at 6:35PM, the Bells will take on the Springfield Drifters at Joe Martin Field. One dollar of every ticket sold for that game will support Wild Whatcom and PSE will contribute $100 for every run that the Bells score that night! Get your tickets now!
Wild Connections May 2022: Signs of Spring, Summer Camps, and Community Events
Nature Notes is about signs of spring this month, we’ve got lots of events we’ll be participating in around our community, plus we still have some spots left in summer camps for older kids. Waitlists available in registration. Learn more in the May issue of Wild Connections.
Join Wild Whatcom as a Volunteer
We're looking for volunteers!
We have several new and upcoming opportunities to get involved with our wonder-full Wild Whatcom community. These include a variety of options that range from a few minutes of digital engagement each month to monthly meetings or supporting upcoming events! See our newsletter for more information.
Wild Connections April 2022: Nettles, Summer Camps, and Nature Trivia
Nature Notes is about nettles this month, plus we still have a few spots left in our spring Neighborhood Nature after school program. Summer camps registrations are cruising right along, but don’t delay as camps are filling up. We hiring for summer, too, and seeking volunteers and board members. Learn more in the April issue of Wild Connections.
We're Hiring & Upcoming Nature Trivia
Now Hiring Field Mentors!
Wild Whatcom seeks 4-5 enthusiastic educators to serve as Field Mentors in our Summer Camps. Join our team! For more information visit our employment page.
Join us for Nature Trivia and Pint Night at K2!
Join us for nature trivia and/or a brew at Kulshan Brewing's Roosevelt location on Kentucky St. on Thursday, March 24! The evening will raise funds for our programs and give you an opportunity to test your nature knowledge. Recent changes to Kulshan Brewing's guidelines now allow all ages to attend! RSVP on Facebook (optional).
Read more in our mid-month newsletter.
Covid-19 Update - Mask Policy
Beginning March 14, 2022, Wild Whatcom will be aligning with Whatcom County public schools and lifting the requirement to wear a mask during our programs. Staff, family members, and participants may continue to choose to wear masks during programs. Wild Whatcom mentors are committed to continuing to create safe spaces for participants to make this choice and respect everyone’s choices.
For Wild Things and Community Field Trips participants we ask that you please consider wearing a mask to protect children who may be too young to be vaccinated or wear a mask themselves. These programs regularly serve children under the age of 5 years.
We are still utilizing social distancing when possible to reduce risk.
Also, as of March 14, 2022, Wild Whatcom will align with the Bellingham Public Schools return-to-school guidelines. The timelines vary based on close contact versus positive COVID-19 test, vaccination status, presence of symptoms, and ability or desire to do additional testing, among other considerations. If you have questions, please contact us. To read more, please visit our COVID-19 page.
March with Wild Whatcom in St. Patrick's Day Parade
Join us as we celebrate St. Patrick's Day and all things green at this year's St. Patrick's Day parade in downtown Bellingham. The parade is free, inclusive, family friendly, and pet friendly. We had a number of Wild Whatcom kids and families join us at the last parade in 2019 which made a fun day even more fun. Hope to see you there!
Bellingham St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sat., March 12, 2022
Parade starts at noon. See route and details here.
Line-up around 11:30-11:45AM along Laurel Ave near Waypoint Park down by the Granary Building. Just look for the Wild Whatcom banner.
Dress for the weather. Costumes or other festive attire welcome.
Wild Connections March 2022: K2 Nature Trivia and We're Hiring
Nature Notes takes a liking to lichen this month. Registration is open for our spring after school program, Neighborhood Nature, and summer camps. Ever been on a Beaver Prowl? Well, join us then for our next Community Field Trip on April 2. Plus, save the date of March 24, gather your trivia team and test your nature knowledge at a benefit fundraiser and pint night at K2. All that and more in the March edition of Wild Connections.
We're Hiring - Summer Field Mentors
Wild Whatcom is hiring!
Please see full job descriptions and other application instructions on our Employment page.
Wild Whatcom is actively committed to social equity and justice and encourages candidates of all racial and gender identities, cultural and economic backgrounds, and of any sexual orientation to apply. Wild Whatcom is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, or marital status in employment or the provision of services.
Join our team today!
Register for Outdoor Summer Camps
Join us at our local beaches and lush forests this summer during our 3-5-day adventures for participants in grades 1-9, with new camp offerings like Magnificent Mammals (1st-3rd graders) and Storytelling and Nature Connection (3rd-9th graders).
Wild Whatcom Mentors lead participants on a journey of learning and discovery and will cover wilderness skills including carving, fire-making, harvesting, navigation, tracking, and more (no experience necessary)!
Financial aid and free loaner gear is also available.
Come Find Us! Parks & Recreation Internship & Job Fair
Looking for a summer job or a career change? Stop by the Depot Market Square Thursday, Feb 10, 2022 from 3:00-6:30PM to learn more about the great opportunities in Parks & Recreation. Wild Whatcom will be there with a table sharing our upcoming opportunities. Come find us!